Bogen IG4M Specsheet

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G4M

ALL-ENVIRONMENT IN-GROUND,
ON-GROUND OUTDOOR SPEAKER

versatile performance–
in-ground or on-ground

FULL RANGE, ALL-ENVIRONMENT, IN-GROUND/ON-GROUND SPEAKER

The IG4M is the latest in broad area coverage, high
performance “satellite” speakers from NEAR. Thoughtful
design touches like double Perfect Fit connectors, 70V/16­ohm operation, and included ground stake make the IG4M
easy to install. With its advanced NEAR audio technologies,
such as ultra low mass Metal Diaphragm Technology
(MDT™) cones and Magnetic Liquid Suspension (MLS™)
“spiderless” voice coil guidance and low resonance
enclosures, the IG4M provides an exceptional level of

AVAILABLE SPRING 2018

performance unmatched by competitive products in its
class. Combine the IG4M with any NEAR subwoofer and
XL Series amplifier to create a system of exceptional
performance, beauty, and flexibility.

For more information, call your NEAR sales representative
today at [phone] or please visit our website at

www.nearspeakers.com.

NEAR is a Division of Bogen Communications, Inc.

IG4M

ALL-ENVIRONMENT, IN-GROUND
OR ON-GROUND OUTDOOR SPEAKER

FEATURES

• On-ground or in-ground stake mounting option (ground

stakes supplied)

• Purpose-built to be extremely durable in all weather conditions

• Built-in multi-tap 70V transformer with rotary switch
selections for 64W, 32W, and 16W, including16-ohm bypass

• Anodized metal alloy speaker cones (MDT) maintain
specified performance over a broad range of temperatures
for consistent high quality in every season

• Durable powder-coated aluminum grille

• Rectangular grille perforations prevent clogging

• Water and dust-proof (IP67) input connectors
eliminate long term connection problems

• Dual speaker wire connectors allow easy daisy chain wiring

• 20-ft burial grade speaker wire pre-terminated with IP-67
“Perfect-Fit” screw-in connectors (supplied)

• MLS spiderless motor uses specially developed Ferrofluid to
center the voice coil and eliminate spider-generated distortion

• Dual-layer voice coil contains inside and outside windings
for ultra-low distortion

• Acoustically inert color-through, 1/4-inch thick polyethylene
enclosure hides nicks and scratches and stands tough even
under the most extreme conditions

• Advanced SupraPolymer™ rubber cone surrounds resist
UV rays, chlorine, fertilizer, and salt spray

• Mulch color enclosure is inconspicuous in gardens and
other landscaped areas

SPECIFICATIONS

 Frequency Response ...........................................70Hz-19kHz, +/-3dB

 Sensitivity (1W/1m) ...................................................................... 86dB

 Dispersion.........................Minimum120 degrees, horizontal & vertical

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 Power Requirements ................................. 70V with selectable 64, 32,

 and 16 watts power output;
16 ohm bypass up to 75W average*

 Dimensions ......................................7.75” (19.7cm) diameter at base,

19.5” H (49.5cm) high stake mounted
12” H (25.4–30.5cm) when buried up to grille

 Product Weight (w/ground stake) .................................... 8 lbs/3.63kgs

 Input Terminations ........................... Waterproof plug (IP67 rating) X 2

 Environmental .................. Engineered to meet or exceed Mil-Std-810

.......................... (Humidity, Salt Air, Heat, Cold, Immersion); IEC IP55

 *with high-pass lter set at 90Hz or higher

 SPEAKER COMPLEMENT:

• (1) 4.5” Metal-Alloy Diaphragm Woofer, MLS voice coil guidance,
UV and Chemical-Resistant Rubber SupraPolymerTM surround

70V or 16-ohm options
make hookup convenient

and exible

• (1) 1.1” Metal-Alloy Diaphragm Tweeter, Ferrouid damping, UV
and Chemical-Resistant Rubber SupraPolymerTM surround,

Double connectors

make daisy chain
wiring easy

Ground
Stakes

included

Neodymium magnet

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NEAR is a Division of Bogen Communications, Inc.

© 2018, Specifications are subject to change.